Laesch has said he wants to lower debt in the city; invest in green energy; and improve street lights, curbs and water lines.

Political Reporter Chris Tye reports on the Aurora race and other contests around the Chicago suburbs — including Orland Park, Arlington Heights, Evanston, and Waukegan.

Irvin has been the western suburb's mayor since 2017. During the runoff campaign, Laesch received strong support from key Illinois Democrats, including former Gov. Pat Quinn.

It appears an upset has occurred in Illinois’ second-largest city, as incumbent Mayor Richard Irvin has conceded his race ...

Irvin, who was first elected as mayor in 2017, garnered 47.5% of the vote to Laesch’s 52.5%, according to the unofficial ...

AURORA, Ill. ( WGN) — A mayoral race rematch is taking place Tuesday in Aurora. Incumbent Mayor Richard Irvin aims to ...

In Aurora, Alderman John Laesch upset incumbent Mayor Richard Irvin. Irvin conceded the race late Tuesday evening, ending his bid for a third term. In a candidate forum held in March, Laesch responded ...

Unofficial results in four counties show challenger John Laesch ahead in the Aurora mayoral race over incumbent Richard Irvin ...

Municipal elections were held in the suburbs of Chicago, with key races including the Aurora mayoral race and Evanston mayor ...

Illinois voters will cast ballots in a series of local and municipal elections, while Wisconsin residents will help decide ...

Good morning, Chicago. It’s Election Day in some suburbs, with races ranging from mayoral to referendums. The races we’re closely watching include Aurora Mayor Richard Irvin seeking reelection. Irvin ...